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| Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf |
In a strategic move aimed at boosting commerce, foster innovation, promote tourism as well as sustained socio-economic development, Kano State Government has commenced the review of the State's metropolitan master plan.
The move, according to the State Commissioner for Lands and Physical Planning, Alhaji AbdulJabbar Mohammed Umar, will also prioritize safeguarding Kano’s historical assets, particularly the centuries-old city walls.
The Commissioner, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Muhammad Yahuza, during the opening of a one-day stakeholders engagement workshop, said the renewed master-plan aligns with contemporary development standards while preserving the rich heritage of the State.
He described the workshop as a critical platform for collaboration among stakeholders to deliberate, cross-fertilize ideas, and collectively chart the pathway for preserving the State's historical landmarks.
According to him, "the current review must consider the sanctity and preservation of these landmarks, which are not only a testament to our glorious past but also a source of pride for our people.”
He insisted that the revised master-plan would integrate modern urban elements to maintain Kano’s status as a regional hub for commerce, innovation, and culture, while promoting sustainable development through balanced growth and environmental protection, and enhancing vital infrastructure including transportation and public services.
Our Correspondent reports that the master-plan review is being undertaken with the technical expertise of Circle Design Limited, the appointed consultant for the project.
In her remarks, the Managing Director of the Kano State Urban Planning and Development Authority (KNUPDA), Architect Hauwa Hassan, explained that the workshop was a step toward transforming Kano into a modern, organized, technology-driven, commercially vibrant, investment-friendly, and tourist-attractive metropolis.
She noted that the master-plan would address urban renewal through revitalizing existing neighborhoods, provide modern amenities to strengthen infrastructure, promote economic growth by encouraging investment and entrepreneurship, while ensuring sustainability through balancing expansion with environmental stewardship.
“Our vision is to make Kano a hub for commerce, innovation, and tourism,” Architect Hassan reiterated.
The workshop brought together government officials, private sector partners, traditional institutions, and civil society stakeholders, who all pledged their commitment to supporting the State’s development aspirations through the successful delivery of the revised master-plan.
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